Pamela Joyce Nadvornick, 62

Pamela Joyce Nadvornick, 62, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2013, at her home in Kalispell.

She was born on Jan. 11, 1951, in Kalispell to Monte and Blanche (Blumer) Garrett.

Pam graduated from Flathead High School in 1969, and went on to study at the Professional Business Institute in Minneapolis.

She married Robert “Nad” Nadvornick in Kalispell on May 27, 1972.

Pam owned and operated the Country Cupboard Kitchen Shop for many years. She also worked as a Certified Medical Assistant for several local doctors.

Pam loved her pets, decorating her home and to vacation with friends. Her children were the joy of her life and she was always proud and supportive of them. She loved being involved in their activities and to plan family parties for holidays and special events. Pam also loved her granddaughter Abby and spending time with her. She was also very fond of reading her Kindle and listening to music. Pam was actively engaged in supporting ALERT and the Glacier Orchestra & Chorale.

Pam was preceded in death by her father.

She is survived by her husband, Robert “Nad” Nadvornick; a daughter, Andrea Samuel and husband, Tom, and their daughter, Abigail; a son, Cory Nadvornick; mother, Blanche Garrett; and two sisters, Geri McElroy and husband Jim, and Kitty Young.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, July 10 at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church with Father Rod Ermatinger as celebrant. A reception will follow immediately in the fellowship hall. Burial will be at C.E. Conrad Memorial Cemetery.

The family suggests memorial gifts be given to the Stillwater Christian School, 255 FFA Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901.

Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home is caring for Pam’s family. You are invited to www.jgfuneralhome.com to view Pam’s tribute wall, offer condolences and share memories.